Nigeria
Nigeria: CBN Pledges Sanctions Following Unearthed Violations of FX Market Regulations
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) revealed on Wednesday that it had uncovered severe infractions, substantial abuse, and notable non-compliance with market regulations ...
Regulatory
Global: EU Reaches Provisional Agreement for Stricter AML Regulations in Cryptocurrency Sector
In a recent development, the European Council and Parliament have tentatively agreed to extend the coverage of the European Union’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) ...
Regulatory
Global: Payhawk Secures Electronic Money Institution License in the UK
Payhawk, the global spend management solution, has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining a licensed Electronic Money Institution (EMI) status in the United ...
Regulatory
Global: EU Banking Authority Expands Anti-Money Laundering Guidelines to Include Crypto
The European Union’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing guidelines have been broadened to encompass European cryptocurrency companies, following a decision from the region’s ...
Regulatory
Global: IMF Warns: 60% of Jobs in Advanced Economies Vulnerable to AI Impact
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to have a substantial impact on employment, particularly in advanced economies, according to a statement by the International ...
Regulatory
Global: Senators Urge Enhanced SEC Cybersecurity Measures Following EFT-Related Hack
In response to a recent cyber attack that led to a false announcement regarding the approval of bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on the ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: DMO and CBN Secure N7.5 Trillion through Bond and Treasury Bill Sales in 2023
The local debt capital market in Nigeria experienced heightened borrowing activities in 2023, primarily driven by steep interest costs on Eurobond borrowings due ...
Regulatory
Global: EU Antitrust Chief Engages in Talks with Big Tech CEOs on Regulation and Compliance
Margrethe Vestager, the European Union’s antitrust chief, has recently held meetings with the chief executives of tech giants Apple, Alphabet, and Qualcomm to ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: CBN Appoints New Leadership for Dissolved Union, Keystone, Polaris Banks
Shortly after the dissolution of the boards and managements of Union, Keystone, and Polaris Banks, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has swiftly ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: CBN Removes Board of Directors from Union, Titan, Keystone, and Polaris Banks
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has taken immediate action by dismissing the entire Board of Directors of Polaris, Titan, Union, and Keystone ...
